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Rapid Economic Assessment and Data Reviews READR

BRITISH FILM INSTITUTE

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Award

09 Jul 2025 at 12:56

Tender

06 May 2025 at 09:33

Summary of the contracting process

The British Film Institute, operating out of London, has completed the procurement process titled "Rapid Economic Assessment and Data Reviews READR" as part of the BFI 2033 strategy. This project falls under the industry category of services, specifically involving research and development consultancy. The procurement was an open competition, with the award stage concluded on 9th July 2025, for a contract commencing on 14th July 2025 and concluding by 30th April 2027. The contractor awarded for this project is ALMA Economics Limited.

This procurement offers considerable opportunities for businesses in the consultancy sector, particularly those specialising in research, market analysis, and policy development. The tender was targeted at firms interested in supporting the industry with trusted and rigorous evidence, addressing knowledge gaps, and influencing policymaking. Businesses with expertise in adapting to changing business models and technological trends, as well as those capable of providing rapid assessments, are well-suited to compete for similar future opportunities within the BFI's agenda.

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Notice Title

Rapid Economic Assessment and Data Reviews READR

Notice Description

As part of the BFI 2033 strategy, the BFI allocated PS1.8 million to the Research and Statistics Fund ('the Fund') for the period 2023-2026. Working with the industry-led Research Advisory Group, and through the creation of independent, trusted and rigorous evidence - including bespoke commissioned research - the Fund addresses industry knowledge gaps, supports policymaking, and gives insight into how independent and cultural organisations can adapt and thrive. All data and research generated is shared publicly. We are piloting a new approach that allows the Fund to be more responsive to industry need to have information quickly on a range of different topics. The deliverables will be used to influence policy and strategically guide the sector. It is especially relevant at a time when there is volatility in business models and technological trends, and a fast-changing political landscape.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050ce0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038597-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

79310000 - Market research services

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

79415000 - Production management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£175,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£175,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£175,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
14 Jul 2025 - 30 Apr 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH FILM INSTITUTE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
graham.bellas@bfi.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W1T 1LN
Post Town
West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALMA ECONOMICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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